Streetstudio Luang Prabang II
Day two of the setup got off to a rocky start. I was told of another market but when my tuk-tuk arrived, the new market was empty. It didn't open until 8AM. We headed back to Phosay Market and the site of yesterday's session. As I began to setup in my little place, I was told I was not allowed to be there. They wanted me a little more out of the way. They suggested a nice little corner without as much traffic but surrounded by vendors who got a kick out my deal. One of the market managers made me a sign in Lao that said "free pictures" and I was off and running.
The adidas effect was in full force again. At one point a good 30% of the people I could see were wearing adidas apparel. On the bright side, more women were willing to pose today. I was amidst a bunch of women selling their stuff so they would persuade each other to pose with for me. It became a good laugh for everyone. I made some extreme close-ups today that are fun. I am inches from their faces and it doesn't phase them a bit. I love that. I am shooting more good shots than I am posting to the blog. Mostly because I don't have that much to write.
Just to give you a sense of what this whole thing looks like I made a shot of today's setup. I've been trying to get a shot or two of every location just for the record.
It was about 7:30 in the morning. As I said yesterday, the sun starts to burn through the mist by about 11:00 so getting an early start is essential. Also, the tourists start to show up as the day goes on. It's a good rule that if you want a place to yourself, get up early. With all the roosters in this town, it's hard to sleep in anyway.
Take pictures early and closely.
The adidas effect was in full force again. At one point a good 30% of the people I could see were wearing adidas apparel. On the bright side, more women were willing to pose today. I was amidst a bunch of women selling their stuff so they would persuade each other to pose with for me. It became a good laugh for everyone. I made some extreme close-ups today that are fun. I am inches from their faces and it doesn't phase them a bit. I love that. I am shooting more good shots than I am posting to the blog. Mostly because I don't have that much to write.
Just to give you a sense of what this whole thing looks like I made a shot of today's setup. I've been trying to get a shot or two of every location just for the record.
It was about 7:30 in the morning. As I said yesterday, the sun starts to burn through the mist by about 11:00 so getting an early start is essential. Also, the tourists start to show up as the day goes on. It's a good rule that if you want a place to yourself, get up early. With all the roosters in this town, it's hard to sleep in anyway.
Take pictures early and closely.
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